by Susan Resko, The Balanced Mind Foundation Executive Director

Imagine: You get a call from your 19 year old college freshman’s roommate.  He tells you that your son has gone off his meds, dropped his classes and was kicked out of the dorm.  The roommate has not seen him in several days.  This is the third time your son has gone off his meds, but unlike before, he is 500 miles away, and he’s an adult. From your experience, you know that he will quickly become manic and his life will continue to unravel.  You worry that he will wind up on the streets. Guess what?  You have no legal right to be involved with your child’s treatment.